Porth Castell

Bay in Anglesey

Wales

Porth Castell

Traeth Trearddur The beach at Trearddur Bay. — Traeth Trearddur Credit: David Dixon

Porth Castell, also known as Castell Bay, is a picturesque beach located on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales. Situated on the western coast of the island, it offers stunning views of the Irish Sea and is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops.

The beach itself is a mixture of sand and pebbles, providing a perfect spot for sunbathing and relaxing. During low tide, a wide expanse of golden sand is revealed, making it an ideal place for beachcombing and exploring rock pools. The clear blue waters of the bay are popular among swimmers and water sports enthusiasts, who enjoy activities such as paddleboarding and kayaking.

Porth Castell is also known for its rich wildlife and natural beauty. The bay is home to a variety of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants, and oystercatchers. It is not uncommon to spot seals basking on the rocks or dolphins playfully swimming offshore.

The beach is easily accessible, with a car park located nearby, providing convenience for visitors. There are also public toilets and a café overlooking the bay, offering refreshments and snacks.

Porth Castell is a peaceful and tranquil destination, perfect for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its stunning natural surroundings and diverse wildlife make it a must-visit spot for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike.

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Porth Castell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.271722/-4.6238275 or Grid Reference SH2578. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Traeth Trearddur The beach at Trearddur Bay.

Traeth Trearddur

The beach at Trearddur Bay.

Millennium Cross, Trearddur Bay This Millennium Celtic Cross, made from Anglesey limestone from Moelfre Quarry, is situated just behind the promenade on Towyn y Capel beach. A plaque at the base of the cross reads:
“Croes Mileniwm Santes Ffraid
Codwyd 22 Mehefin 2000”
(Saint Ffraid’s Millennium Cross erected 22 June 2000)

The words &quot;St Bride, Pray for Us&quot; are inscribed in four languages, English, Latin, Irish and Welsh; one on each side of the plinth.

The name Santes Ffraid is the Welsh version of Saint Bride (or &quot;Brigid&quot;) <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brigid_of_Kildare" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brigid_of_Kildare">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . According to legend, she was carried over the Irish Sea, and arrived at Trearddur Bay beach, on a square of green turf. Halfway up the 8 foot-high cross is a carving representing a hand carrying a flame. This symbolises the light from Kildare, Ireland.

Millennium Cross, Trearddur Bay

This Millennium Celtic Cross, made from Anglesey limestone from Moelfre Quarry, is situated just behind the promenade on Towyn y Capel beach. A plaque at the base of the cross reads: “Croes Mileniwm Santes Ffraid Codwyd 22 Mehefin 2000” (Saint Ffraid’s Millennium Cross erected 22 June 2000) The words "St Bride, Pray for Us" are inscribed in four languages, English, Latin, Irish and Welsh; one on each side of the plinth. The name Santes Ffraid is the Welsh version of Saint Bride (or "Brigid") Link

. According to legend, she was carried over the Irish Sea, and arrived at Trearddur Bay beach, on a square of green turf. Halfway up the 8 foot-high cross is a carving representing a hand carrying a flame. This symbolises the light from Kildare, Ireland.

Towyn y Capel Beach, Trearddur Bay

Towyn y Capel Beach, Trearddur Bay

Trearddur Bay IRB Station RNLI station at Trearddur Bay.

Trearddur Bay IRB Station

RNLI station at Trearddur Bay.

Trearddur Bay

Trearddur Bay

Porth Diana Beach, Trearddur This picturesque sandy cove is tucked away on the southern shores of Trearddur Bay, sheltered by headlands at either end and a rocky islet just offshore.

Porth Diana Beach, Trearddur

This picturesque sandy cove is tucked away on the southern shores of Trearddur Bay, sheltered by headlands at either end and a rocky islet just offshore.

Trearddur Bay, Porth Castell Beach Porth Castell is a small, sheltered, sandy beach a little further up the road from Porth Diana.

Trearddur Bay, Porth Castell Beach

Porth Castell is a small, sheltered, sandy beach a little further up the road from Porth Diana.

View across Trearddur Bay from Porth Castell

View across Trearddur Bay from Porth Castell

Trearddur, Lon St Ffraid

Trearddur, Lon St Ffraid

A grey day at Trearddur Bay A storm the previous day appears to have washed plenty of seaweed up the beach and sand across neighbouring roads.

A grey day at Trearddur Bay

A storm the previous day appears to have washed plenty of seaweed up the beach and sand across neighbouring roads.

Choppy seas, Trearddur Bay The seas still rough after the first named storm of the season swept though the previous day. Not a day for a swim.

Choppy seas, Trearddur Bay

The seas still rough after the first named storm of the season swept though the previous day. Not a day for a swim.

Porth y Corwgl

Porth y Corwgl

Trearddur Bay

Trearddur Bay

Small boats moored in Porth Diana A little bay on Holy Island, Anglesey.

Small boats moored in Porth Diana

A little bay on Holy Island, Anglesey.

Boats at Porth-y-post

Boats at Porth-y-post

Post Office, Treaddur

Post Office, Treaddur

Coastline near Trearddur Bay

Coastline near Trearddur Bay

Fork in road at bottom of The Avenue Near Cae&#039;r Sais

Fork in road at bottom of The Avenue

Near Cae'r Sais

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Porth Castell is located at Grid Ref: SH2578 (Lat: 53.271722, Lng: -4.6238275)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

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///redeemed.file.lollipop. Near Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey

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Porth Diana

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